Boko Haram, ‘justice’ and blackmail

Boko Haram, ‘justice’ and blackmail

IF it is true that the Federal Government has actually decided to sit down and negotiate “peace” with some individuals who claim to represent Boko Haram, then the government has taken a decision that the country will forever regret. There is an English adage that says: “Lie down with dogs, wake up with fleas”.
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Let Oshiomhole also‘take a bow’

Let Oshiomhole also‘take a bow’

ANYTHING that is misused is abused and anything that is abused is also devalued. We watched helplessly as the Senate of the Federal Republic of Nigeria gradually reduced the “Take a Bow” procedure to the point of embarrassment.

Organic Root Stimulator trains students on beauty

Organic Root Stimulator trains students on beauty

In order to enhance students’ understanding of the beauty industry, Namatse Laboratories LLC, makers of Organic Root Stimulator range of products trained students in tertiary institutions in a professional education seminar entitled; Unleash the Beauty Within, held in Oriental Hotel, Lekki Lagos last Tuesday.

Ex-UNILAG student develops software for exams results

Ex-UNILAG student develops software for exams results

Former student of University of Lagos, UNILAG, and Chief Executive Officer of Think First Technology Limited, Akinyele Olubodun, has developed an application which processes examination results in primary and secondary schools and adapts to any grading system.

Counsel corner: Motorcyclist ‘raped’ by HIV ladies

Counsel corner: Motorcyclist ‘raped’ by HIV ladies

With Dayo Benson There is a case of two ladies who boarded a commercial motorbike and when they got to a lonely spot they forced the bike to stop and forced the rider to have sex with them in-turn at gun point. They   were aware that they were HIV positive, how will the case  be […]

UNILAG to host research confab

UNILAG to host research confab

In line with programmes marking its 50th anniversary, the University of Lagos (UNILAG) Akoka, will be hosting its 2012 Research Conference and Fair between November 6 and 8, 2012.

Estate agent arraigned for forgery, fraud

Estate agent arraigned for forgery, fraud

A 50 year-old estate agent, Mr. Ibitoye Samuel has been arraigned before a Lagos Magistrate’s Court on a five-count charge of conspiracy, fraud, forgery, theft and forgery.

RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT: Ganoderma suppresses propagation of cancer cells – LAURETTA OFODILE

RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT: Ganoderma suppresses propagation of cancer cells – LAURETTA OFODILE

Mention fungi and most people’s minds go to fungal infections like ringworm, Athlete’s foot, Jock itch, Candidiasis etc. But not all fungi are bad; there are some good guys in the family, supplying nutrition and medicine to man and animals. In this chat with Dr (Mrs) Lauretta Ofodile, Head of Department, Biological Science, Yaba College of Technology, she speaks on her researches on mushrooms and medicinal plants, saying that it’s high time Africans woke up from their slumber. Excerpts:

Oando awards scholarships to 225, launches foundation

Oando awards scholarships to 225, launches foundation

As part of its vision to transform lives of Nigerian students through education, Oando Foundation has awarded scholarships to 225 less-privileged children nationwide, Ms. Tokunboh Durosaro, Director, Oando Foundation has said.

Trustfund carpets states over choice of PFAs for workers

Trustfund carpets states over choice of PFAs for workers

TRUSTFUND Pensions Plc, has decried state government selection of Pension Fund Administrators, PFAs, for workers without recourse to organised labour, lamenting that “the development does not speak well of the labour movement.”

A gentleman’s matric-couture

A gentleman’s matric-couture

In campuses all over Nigeria, it’s that matriculation season again. Don’t let all those jealous people deceive you-You have all the right to look your best on your matriculation day. After all, where were they when you waited years for admission? Here are some tips to help you shine on your special day.

FADE challenges govts over possible hurricane in Lagos

FADE challenges govts over possible hurricane in Lagos

As United States of America continues to battle with the devastating effects of the recent Hurricane Sandy in the area, Foundation Against Desert Encroachment, FADE, Africa, has challenged the Federal and Lagos State governments to urgently put some measures in place for both long-term and short-term purposes to mitigate the possible effects of the calamity in Nigeria.